Halloween. For some, it's all about costumes, crazy parties, or candy. For me, it's about bath time treats from LUSH. Every year, I look forward to fall (because fall is awesome in so many ways), because I know Sparkly Pumpkins are going to be out soon. . .to make my bathtub a orange sparkly dream. I also look forward to the other delightful bath time treats for Halloween, from LUSH. I'm pretty happy that they have so many that are vegan-friendly. LUSH always takes care to properly label all ...
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6 Holiday Stress Relief Fundamentals to Help you Relax
The stressed-out feeling that comes from trying to do too much in too little time. The pressure to spend time with friends and family (when all you may want to do is relax at home with a good book.) The heavy and sweet foods that have your mood swinging to a fro. These are all reasons why you may be seeking out some holiday stress relief this time of year. How can I relax during the holidays? Spend time with friends and family, but get your rest too. During the holidays, with all the ...
Celebrate Loved Ones with a Fall Harvest Dinner
During the warm months of the year, I like to go for walks with my loved ones—along the seawall, in forested parks, and on hiking trails—but when it starts to get colder out, I like to have them close-by as we enjoy a meal together. Rather than go out to a crowded restaurant, I prefer to put something together in my home and relax while I enjoy the company of my friends and family. To me, fall is all about relaxing, enjoying the abundance of nature, and celebrating with gratitude for the loved ...
Canadian Thanksgiving Party Ideas
A Fall Harvest Dinner Party is an awesome way to get your friends together and just chill out. Whether you go all-out or prefer to have a more casual get-together, Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate what you're grateful for, spend time with friends and/or family, and enjoy delicious food. Welcome guests to your home with a fall wreath on your front door, and the smell of cinnamon and apples when they enter. Have a showstopping centrepiece If you don't want to decorate the rest of your home, ...
AI In Our Lives
In this busy fast-pased world, I'm not the only one looking for ways to make my life easier. One of the things that make life easier is artificial intelligence, or AI. Artificial intelligence is a term that refers to a machine or device that teaches itself new things as it performs typically by using algorithms. Here are a few examples of AI in our lives. ...
Healthy Essentials for Back to School
When thinking of the essentials needed for back to school, the first things that likely come to mind are backpacks, textbooks, and writing materials. But what about essentials for the health and well-being of students going back to school? This list of healthy essentials for back to school will make the school year run more smoothly with, hopefully, fewer sick days! ...
To Do List for Going Back to School as an Adult
If you have been out of school for a while, there is a lot to tick off your to-do list before the first day of classes. Going back to school as an adult doesn't have to be as challenging as you may think it is. Here are some of the most important tasks to consider before you head back to class. Earn Alternative Credits ...
Back to School – Dorm Room Tips
For students going away for school, staying in a dorm room, it can be really easy to feel overwhelmed with choices, thinking they need or have to have everything when they see in back-to-school sales displays and flyers. That's why it's important to have a list and really think about what essential items to purchase and bring along. These dorm room tips will help you figure out what you need for a dorm room and what other things are also nice to have. photo courtesy of IKEA.ca ...
Vegan Alternatives to Summer Food Favourites
Vegans—you don't need to feel left out when your friends are enjoying the best summer foods! Whether you're vegan or you're having one over for a summer get-together, these ideas will have you re-thinking the whole notion that vegan food is bland and difficult to put together. I like bringing delicious food to potlucks or get-togethers so that everyone can see and taste how yummy vegan food is. For the Grill Vegan Alternatives Grilled tofu is pretty delicious! Enjoy it on its own or sandwiched ...
Top 10 Essentials for Summer Overnight Guests
It's summertime and I'm getting my apartment ready for the arrival of a few guests! Because I live in another province from my immediate family, I often have summer overnight guests who stay between one and 5 days. I want to make my guests' stay as comfortable as possible for the time they're staying with me. Little details make all the difference. These essentials don't cost much money and in fact, you could use things you already have at home. With a list like this, you may run the risk of ...